http://www.webvet.com/main/showArticles/page/17 This feed contains articles about Pet News en-us Copyright 2009 Webvet, LLC 2009-11-07T07:20-05:00 advertise@webvet.com advertise@webvet.com Pet News hourly http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=1991 <a href="http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=1991">Poll: Americans pick pets over partners on desert island</a><br /><p>According to a survey by Petplan, a pet health insurance provider, more than&nbsp;two-thirds of Americans would rather be with their pet than their partner if stranded on a desert island. The poll also found that nearly 70 percent of those surveyed share their bed with their pet, and that 63 percent cook for their pets. Click <a href="http://www.reuters.com/article/newsOne/idUSN0429928020080904" target="_blank">here</a> for the full story.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><br />WebVet staff report WebVet staff report Pet News http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=2053 <a href="http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=2053">New site helps grieving pet owners</a><br /><p>ORLANDO, Fla. -- A new Web site allows grieving pet owners to create a memorial in their late pet's name. YourPetMemorial.net assists pet owners in honoring their deceased pets online. Click <a href="http://www.marketwatch.com/news/story/orlando-pet-memorial-firm-assists/story.aspx?guid=%7B932F1ED7-B93A-478A-AC6C-3DF097707508%7D&amp;dist=hppr" target="_blank">here</a> for the full story.</p><br />WebVet staff report WebVet staff report Pet News http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=1960 <a href="http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=1960">Hong Kong holds Pet Olympics</a><br /><p>HONG KONG -- The Olympics aren't just for humans.&nbsp; A Hong Kong pet shop started its own pet-centered version of the Olympic games, and it includes everything from rabbit hurdles to cat agility contests. More than 400 animals have participated in the events so far. Click <a href="http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5ixbYAD24F3Yxe2wPCFBPZ-Cvz73A" target="_blank">here</a> for the full story.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><br />WebVet staff report WebVet staff report Pet News http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=1958 <a href="http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=1958">Mars Petcare US issues voluntary pet food recall</a><br /><p><strong>&quot;Mars Petcare US issues voluntary recall of Everson, PA Plant Dry Pet Food Product due to potention salmonella contamination.&quot; </strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>For full press release, <a href="http://www.petcare.mars.com/" target="_blank">click here</a> </p><br />WebVet staff report WebVet staff report Pet News http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=1988 <a href="http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=1988">Prepare your pets for Hurricane Gustav</a><br /><p>Louisiana officials have urged pet owners not to leave their pets behind in the event of an evacuation for Hurricane Gustav, and not to &quot;rely on the city to evacuate or care for your pet.&quot; Click <a href="http://www.nola.com/hurricane/index.ssf/2008/08/pet_owners_urged_to_act_before.html" target="_blank">here</a>&nbsp;for a list of &quot;dos&quot; and &quot;don'ts&quot; issued by Louisiana officials. Hurricane Gustav is expected to enter the southeastern Gulf of Mexico over the weekend, strengthen, and continue tracking northwest or north. It could threaten some part of the U.S. Gulf Coast by Labor Day.</p><br />WebVet staff report WebVet staff report Pet News http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=1959 <a href="http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=1959">Economic slowdown doesn't stop pet owners from spending</a><br /><p>In the midst of a struggling economy, local businesses that cater to pets don't seem to be having much of a problem. These business owners report that profits aren't down as a result of the economy, and that people will take care of their pets, no matter what. Click <a href="http://www.tulsaworld.com/business/article.aspx?articleID=20080810_46_E1_Ptbsdf100557" target="_blank">here</a> for the full story.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><br />WebVet staff report WebVet staff report Pet News http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=2052 <a href="http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=2052">Dog dials 911, saves owner's life</a><br /><p>PHOENIX -- Buddy the German shepherd dialed 911 as his owner was suffering a seizure, essentially saving his life. A trained assistance dog, Buddy has made two other 911 calls while his owner, Joe Stalnaker, was having seizures. Click <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2008/09/14/dog-dials-911-when-owner_n_126339.html" target="_blank">here</a> for the full story.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><br />WebVet staff report WebVet staff report Pet News http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=1990 <a href="http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=1990">AVMA names its Companion Animal Veterinarian of the Year</a><br /><p>FORT COLLINS, Colo -- The American Veterinary Medical Association has named Dr. Jane Shaw, director of the Argus Institute at Colorado State University's Veterinary Medical Center, the Companion Animal Veterinarian of the Year. Shaw was recognized for her &quot;outstanding work increasing understanding of, preserving and protecting human-animal relationships.&quot; Click <a href="http://www.newsinfo.colostate.edu/index.asp?url=news_item_display&amp;news_item_id=979439412" target="_blank">here</a> for the full story.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><br />WebVet staff report WebVet staff report Pet News http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=1992 <a href="http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=1992">Pet owners to be reunited with pets in wake of Gustav</a><br /><p>NEW ORLEANS -- Preparations are being made to reunite more than 1,600 evacuated pets with their owners in the wake of Hurricane Gustav. The pets were evacuated by bus before the storm hit, and include everything from dogs to a crab. Click <a href="http://www.wdsu.com/news/17385716/detail.html" target="_blank">here</a> for the full story.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><br />WebVet staff report WebVet staff report Pet News